Cullman City Council, CPD announce promotions, new patrol major
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday welcomed a crowd of Cullman Police Department officers and families as Chief Joey Duncan and...
Obituary: Mrs. Betty Rae Wren
Betty Rae Wren departed peacefully from this world to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 1 from her home in Clanton, Alabama with...
Obituary: Nancy Lou Schaefers
Nancy Lou Schaefers, age 86, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2024.
Nancy is proceeded in death by her parents, Ira Hurbert...
Obituary: Mark Allen Johns
A private family memorial service for Mark Johns, age 60, of Cullman, will be held at a later date.
Mr. Johns passed away on Sunday,...
Op-Ed: Should transparency be the price of our donations?
When residents of Cullman County open their wallets to donate or when city and county entities contribute significant funds to local organizations, there’s an...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 3, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 3, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Sen. Garlan Gudger elected senate president pro tempore
Updated Dec. 3, 2024, at 5:08 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. — Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, a seasoned legislator representing District 4, has taken on one of...
Hele Bowls hosting canned food drive, free Christmas meal
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hele Bowls is hosting a canned food drive now through Dec. 16, to benefit The Link of Cullman County.
Owner Sarah Morrow...
Troutman selected for leadership academy at Auburn
AUBURN, Ala. - Luke Troutman, a 2022 graduate of Cullman High School, has been selected to participate in Auburn University’s Forest, Environment and Wildlife...
Wallace State Diagnostic Imaging earns reaccreditation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College announces the successful reaccreditation of its Diagnostic Imaging program by the Joint Review Committee on Education in...
Christmas at the library: Letters to Santa, special events
CULLMAN, Ala. - Have a little one who wants to send a letter to Santa? Bring the kids to the Cullman County Public Library...
Are you prepared for cold weather?
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - Are you prepared for the cold? As temperatures drop, remember to protect the four P’s: people, pets, pipes and plants. (weather.gov/safety/cold)
Extremely...
Obituary: Emily Annette Balcomb
Emily Annette Balcomb, of Baileyton, Alabama, entered the presence of our Lord on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at the age of 70. Mrs. Balcomb...
Obituary: Phillip Dale Watson
A celebration of life visitation for Phillip Watson, 68, of Hayden will be Sunday December 8th from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Hanceville...
Obituary: Sister Kathleen Christa Murphy, O.S.B.
Sister Kathleen Christa Murphy, O.S.B., a Benedictine Sister of Sacred Heart Monastery in Cullman, AL, died peacefully on December 1, 2024, at the age...
Obituary: Charlotte Pauline Bates
Funeral service for Charlotte Pauline Bates, age 70, of Cullman, will be Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at 1 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel,...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 2, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 2, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman man struck, killed by vehicle Sunday
CULLMAN, Ala. - A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle on Sunday, Dec. 1, around 6:20 p.m. in Cullman.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick ...
Senior spotlight: The dream of a lifetime
Evelyn Stevens’ journey to all 30 MLB stadiums
A dream born from the love of a husband. An unwavering dedication from a widowed mother and...
WFF samples 356 deer for CWD on opening weekend
In a continuing effort to minimize the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in the state, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’...
Obituary: Merle Carlisle Shelton
Merle Carlisle Shelton, age 85, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Friday, November 29, 2024. She was born on October 18, 1939 in Cullman...
Obituary: Elizabeth Ann Hayes
A graveside service for Elizabeth Ann Hayes, 61, of Hanceville will be 3 p.m. Tuesday, December 3rd at Mountain Grove Congregational Christian Church Cemetery....
COLUMN: Thanksgiving is more than a holiday
The late gospel singer and writer Andre Crouch had a popular song back in the 70s titled, “To God Be the Glory.” The opening...
Senior spotlight: Cooking for Christ
Wade Maynard is a well-known name in the culinary world of Cullman County. After serving as kitchen manager for over 20 years at All...
Spilling the tea on a great new eatery
The Olive House — home of Chat & Chew, Sunday Tea Time — opened its doors to the public on Sept. 3, 2024.
Owners Roger...
Files from Yesteryear: 1955
From the files of 1955
Fred Harbison won the Grand Championship at the Beef Show with a shorthorn steer. Mary Wood won Reserve Champion with...
Obituary: Patricia Fowler Hyatt
Patricia Fowler Hyatt, age 76, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024.
Patricia is survived by her daughter Jennifer "JOY' Mckie Foshee;...
Obituary: Shirley Fay Story
Shirley Fay Story, age 76, of Cullman passed away on Friday, November 29, 2024, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. There are no services planned...
Senior spotlight: 95 years of living life to the fullest
Military veteran and Vinemont man Robert Doty, lovably known as Mr. Bob in his neighborhood, shared his knowledge and experience from his 95 years...
Ethos Craft Brewing, Bloom Winery celebrate grand opening
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – A crowd of friends, family and fellow patrons gathered to celebrate the grand opening of a pair of new businesses...
Practice safety awareness this holiday season
The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office has some seasonal safety tips for the community to help with safer driving, shopping and overall home preparedness this...
Obituary: Otto William Evers
Otto William Evers died on November 23, 2024. He was born on August 5, 1929, in Cullman, Alabama to Magadalena Blette Evers and Otto...
Obituary: David Eugene Brooks
With heavy hearts but grateful spirits, we announce the passing of David Brooks, affectionately known as Pappy to his family and P’Nut to his...
Obituary: Troy “Butch” Cleghorn
Funeral service for Troy H. “Butch” Cleghorn, age 74, of Cullman, will be Sunday, December 1, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. at Sulpher Springs Baptist...
Obituary: Eleanor Frances Vinson
Funeral service for Eleanor Frances Vinson, age 81, of Cullman, will be Monday, December 2, 2024, at 1 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel,...
Pet of the Week: Meet the famous Amos
CULLMAN, Ala. - Amos, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week, is a passionate, sweet German Shepherd who is approximately 1.5 years old. Those...
Cullman Women Sing to present ‘Sounds of the Season’ Dec. 3
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Women Sing will present its annual “Sounds of the Season” concert on Tuesday, Dec. 3, at 7 p.m. in the...
DOJ: North Alabama communities, law enforcement agencies awarded more than $7.25M
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Department of Justice’s Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Office and Bureau of Justice Assistance recently awarded $7,256,829 to local communities...
Gardner, Morgan named November CCBOE/AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member each month of the school year who is going above...
Obituary: Stewart Veltus Sanders
Funeral services for Stewart Veltus Sanders, 85, of Cullman, will be 1 p.m. Saturday November 30th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Tim Ayers...
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Hanceville Parks and Recreation hosting free movie night featuring ‘The Grinch’ Dec. 7
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Parks and Recreation will host a free community movie night on Saturday, Dec. 7, at 6 p.m. at the Hanceville...
‘A servant’s heart’
Lowe’s provides Thanksgiving meals to community members in need
CULLMAN, Ala. - Lowe’s continued its annual tradition of giving back to the community by donating...
Keep your pets safe this winter
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Control asks that pet owners be responsible and take care of their animals all year, but especially during...
ALDOT: Drive safely during Thanksgiving holiday
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Travelers on Alabama’s roadways can expect higher traffic volumes as the holiday season begins. For the safety of the traveling public,...
Alabama Trustees release Restoration Plan IV with $24.1M in coastal restoration projects
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Restoration Plan IV with projects that address damages to Alabama’s natural resources caused by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in 2010...
ALEA: Buckle up. Every trip. Every time.
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is working with multiple local law enforcement agencies across the state to make sure everyone...
PREP BASKETBALL: Bearcats fall to Hewitt-Trussville in Mike Dean Turkey Shootout, 62-39
CULLMAN, Ala. — After collecting wins over Lawrence County and Decatur Heritage earlier this week, Cullman was back on the court at Bearcat Arena...
Obituary: Barry Michael Willingham Sr.
Barry Michael Willingham Sr., age 79, of Crane Hill, Alabama passed away on Monday, November 25, 2024.
Mr. Willingham attended Blessed Sacrament School and graduated...
Obituary: Gilbert Jerrell Hinkle
Funeral service for Gilbert Jerrell Hinkle, age 82, of Cullman, will be Friday, November 29, 2024, at 1 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel,...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 27, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 27, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders race past Vinemont 75-32, Hanceville falls to Corner 60-47
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The 42nd annual Hanceville Thanksgiving Tournament resumed at Lane Horton Gymnasium Tuesday, and we wrapped up day two with a pair...
Cullman Tractor Supply bringing Christmas cheer with day of community events – Dec. 7
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Tractor Supply is bringing the holiday cheer with a trio of events on Saturday, Dec. 7, with the day beginning...
More than 30 inducted into Wallace State Phi Theta Kappa Alpha Chi Tau Chapter
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Alpha Chi Tau Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society welcomed more than 30 new members...
City, County officially confirm Academy Sports + Outdoors coming to Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Academy Sports + Outdoors is coming to Cullman’s south side. The Tribune reported this news way back in June; however, the...
Obituary: Sara Alice Melson
Sara Alice Miller Melson peacefully passed from this life on November 23, 2024 at 7:55 a.m. surrounded by her loving family and crossed Jordan...
Obituary: Steve Allen Hudgins
Funeral service for Steve Allen Hudgins, age 72, of Cullman, will be Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 1 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel,...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 26, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 26, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
James Spann special guest at Holly Pond senior brunch
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Members of the Holly Pond Senior Center had a special guest for brunch on Monday, Nov. 25, when ABC 33/40...
Christkindlmarkt a celebration of German roots
CULLMAN, Ala. - Is it your dream to experience a German Christmas wonderland? Then the Cullman Christkindlmarkt is the place for you.
Characters such as...
Cullman Christian School holding ‘Feed the Need’ event and serve day
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Christian School will be holding a “Feed the Need” event and serve day on Tuesday, Nov. 26, packing 10,000 meals,...
PREP BASKETBALL: Broncos, Bulldogs drop Thanksgiving Tournament matchups
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The 69th annual Holly Pond Thanksgiving Tournament officially tipped off at Felton Easterwood Gymnasium Monday night but unfortunately for the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Holly Pond, Cold Springs earn wins over Austin, Hackleburg
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Holly Pond Lady Broncos and Cold Springs Lady Eagles traveled to Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum on Monday for a pair of...
Obituary: Ralph Junior Jacobs
Funeral service for Ralph Junior Jacobs, age 60, of Cullman, will be Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at 1 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel,...
Obituary: Roger Lee Marsh
Funeral service for Roger Lee Marsh, age 71, of Cullman, will be Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at 1 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel,...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 25, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 25, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Business spotlight: Persall’s Christmas Lights
Hunter Persall dove into the entrepreneurial world in 2020. After graduating from West Point High School and starting college at Wallace State, Persall decided...
Bring on the bird: Extension specialist offers tips on thawing, cooking Thanksgiving turkey
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Preparing the Thanksgiving turkey does not just happen overnight. There is a great deal of planning involved to have the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison ready tip off year 1 with Chambers at the helm
ADDISON, Ala. -- The Addison boys' basketball team is just about ready to tip off their season and to say that expectations are high...
$50K Gene Haas Foundation Grant awarded to Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College announces it has received a $50,000 Gene Haas Foundation Grant, which will be used to fund scholarships...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘First Frost’ by Craig Johnson
“First Frost” is the 20th novel in Craig Johnson’s “Longmire” series.
The novel is written with a dual timeline. One is during the present day,...
Finding strength in unity: 2024 End Addiction Rally looks to bring hope to Cullman...
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Friday, Dec. 13, Spirit Life Church Cullman will host the 2024 End Addiction Rally, a free event aimed at bringing...
Good Hope ag students make, sell Christmas trees
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope High School Ag Department crafted and sold decorative Christmas trees built by the students recently - with...
St. Bernard Middle School Canned Food Drive an ‘outstanding success’
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School said it is thrilled to announce the outstanding success of its annual Middle School Canned Food Drive,...
Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1930, 1950
From the files of 1900
Vick Clark is among the clerical force at the Racket Store.
Ed Daniel has opened a restaurant in the old Speegle...
Obituary: Charles D. Wynn
Funeral Service for Charles D Wynn, age 73 of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at Blair Congregational Methodist...
Obituary: Grady Darrell McCroy
Funeral service for Grady Darrell McCroy, age 66, of Cullman, will be Monday, November 25, 2024, at 12 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. ...
‘Show them they’re loved and remembered during the holiday season’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville is looking to make the holiday season a little brighter for local nursing home and assisted living...
2nd annual Falkville Christmas Parade set for Dec. 9
FALKVILLE, Ala. - The second annual Falkville Christmas Parade will take place Monday, Dec. 9, beginning at 7 p.m.
President of the Christmas Parade committee...
Vinemont hosting senior Christmas event Dec. 16
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Town of South Vinemont is hosting a free senior citizen Christmas fellowship event on Monday, Dec. 16, from 10 a.m.-1...
Alabama State Department of Education releases schools report cards
Cullman City Schools system scores straight A’s; Cullman County Schools system earns A
CULLMAN, Ala. - The results of the 2023-2024 Alabama State Department of...
Northbrook Baptist Church opens Christmas season with Holly Jolly Palooza Dec. 4
Updated Nov. 23, 2024, at 8:25 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Northbrook Baptist Church invites the community to kick off the Christmas season at its Holly...
Hillside Ninety-One to host Christmas Market with Santa Dec. 7
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hillside Ninety-One welcomes the community to its exciting Christmas Market with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. This...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville Bulldogs, Lady Bulldogs collect wins over Meek
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- After splitting their games at Oneonta Thursday, the Hanceville Bulldogs returned home on Friday night to take on the Meek Tigers and Bulldog...
Obituary: Ellen “Jeanette” Gibbs
Ellen Jeanette Gibbs, age 92, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on November 21, 2024, at the Woodland Village Rehabilitation and Healthcare center. Born in...
Obituary: Stanley Dale Arendall
Stanley Dale Arendall, age 69 of Cullman, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at his residence. He was born, January 3, 1955, to...
Obituary: Kenneth Harris
Memorial Service for Kenneth Harris, age 59 of Cullman, will be at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 22, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 22, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Wonderland Under Warrior returns to Rickwood Caverns State Park
WARRIOR, Ala. - Rickwood Caverns State Park’s signature cave system transforms into an immersive winter wonderland known as “Wonderland Under Warrior” during the holiday...
Designer Bag Bingo brings in record $40K for United Way
CULLMAN, Ala. - One of the United Way of Cullman County’s most popular annual events - Designer Bag Bingo - took place Thursday, Nov....
Pet of the week: Meet Fennic
CULLMAN, Ala. - His name is Fennic but he’s not picky. Fennic, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week, is a beautiful Shepherd/Husky mix...
Wallace State adding Women’s Flag Football in Fall 2025
HANCVEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College is one of several Alabama community colleges that will add women’s flag football to its athletic offerings,...
Wallace State staff supporting Hurricane Helene relief efforts
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Staff from Wallace State Community College with ties to east Tennessee have been delivering supplies donated by area residents to communities...
Obituary: Dan Spencer Lanier
Funeral service for Dan Spencer Lanier, age 79, of Cullman, will be Sunday, November 24, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel,...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 21, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 21, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Branham will not seek reelection to Cullman City School Board
CULLMAN, Ala. - When his second term is complete next year, Cullman City School Board Member Chris Branham has announced he will not be...
REHAU Automotive latest to join Wallace State Powerful Partnerships program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development recently welcomed REHAU Automotive to its Powerful Partnerships program. The initiative...
United Way: Giving Tuesday coming Dec. 3
CULLMAN, Ala. - The United Way of Cullman County is gearing up for Giving Tuesday on Tuesday, Dec. 3.
Marketing Assistant Morgan Dinlger shared some...
Berlin Town Council gets park update, talks member pay rates, readies for road work
Town will hold public hearing in December to consider vacating road
BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council on Monday heard about updates and upgrades...
‘Everybody needs a safe place to call home’: Cullman Housing Authority celebrates 75th anniversary
CULLMAN, Ala. – Wednesday was an exciting day at Cullman’s Hilltop Community Center. Local, state and national officials gathered to celebrate the Cullman Housing...
APLICATIONS
Wallace State Fine and Performing Arts to present “Spring Under the...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. —The Wallace State Community College Fine and Performing Arts program announces, “Spring Under the Stars,” a performance featuring the Wallace State Singers,...
